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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

LL61 SXTMOT history

LL61 SXT is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 76,504 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

LL61 SXT grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
76,504 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,503 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL61 SXT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
21 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL61 SXT was last recorded at 76,504 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 7,288 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,216 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,288 miles
Average per year
5,503 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 76,504 miles
  • 2024 – 69,216 miles
  • 2023 – 61,282 miles
  • 2022 – 55,120 miles
  • 2021 – 49,530 miles
  • 2020 – 40,926 miles
  • 2019 – 35,945 miles
  • 2018 – 28,418 miles
  • 2017 – 22,103 miles
  • 2016 – 21,145 miles
  • 2015 – 20,087 miles
  • 2014 – 15,368 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,504 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer rusty and flaking

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 6 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,504 miles (+7,288)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    76,504 miles
    Test number
    462409215807
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer rusty and flaking
  2. Pass69,216 miles (+7,934)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    69,216 miles
    Test number
    572572992248
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass61,282 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    61,282 miles
    Test number
    974709660592
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail61,264 miles (+6,144)1 dangerous1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,264 miles
    Test number
    194815694407
    • DangerousNearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust Box Outer Skin is Cracking due to Corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords In Tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWhole Exhaust System is Corroded
  5. Pass55,120 miles (+5,590)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    55,120 miles
    Test number
    440952975812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass49,530 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    49,530 miles
    Test number
    849074649326
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail49,530 miles (+8,604)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,530 miles
    Test number
    998031958817
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass40,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    40,926 miles
    Test number
    700696116266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail40,926 miles (+4,981)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,926 miles
    Test number
    491597654071
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass35,945 miles (+7,527)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    35,945 miles
    Test number
    608297229344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass28,418 miles (+6,315)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    28,418 miles
    Test number
    767425560783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass22,103 miles (+958)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    22,103 miles
    Test number
    666207236000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass21,145 miles (+1,058)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    21,145 miles
    Test number
    341750576729
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  14. Pass20,087 miles (+4,719)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    20,087 miles
    Test number
    110480266509
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  15. Pass15,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    15,368 miles
    Test number
    788390314337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL61 SXT

Does LL61 SXT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL61 SXT is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL61 SXT?
The MOT on LL61 SXT is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL61 SXT done?
LL61 SXT was recorded at 76,504 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 5,503 miles a year.
Has LL61 SXT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL61 SXT has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LL61 SXT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LL61 SXT find?
LL61 SXT passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 8 advisories: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 5 more.

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